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Sitka City and Borough

Sitka City and Borough, Alaska

Effective Tax Rate

0.47%

Median Annual Tax

$2,086

How Sitka City and Borough Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Sitka City and Borough$2,086
Alaska State Average$2,187
National Average$1,924

Sitka City and Borough

0.47%

Effective rate

Alaska Avg

0.77%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,200

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,875

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,086

Monthly Escrow

$174

Effective Rate

0.47%

vs. Alaska State Average▼ 4.6% below
vs. National Average▼ 22.5% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Sitka City and Borough, Alaska?
The effective property tax rate in Sitka City and Borough, Alaska is 0.47%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Sitka City and Borough?
The median annual property tax payment in Sitka City and Borough is $2,086. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,200, while those without a mortgage pay $1,875.
How does Sitka City and Borough compare to the Alaska average?
Sitka City and Borough's effective tax rate of 0.47% is lower than the Alaska state average of 0.77%. The median annual property tax in Sitka City and Borough is $2,086, compared to the state average of $2,187.
What is the median home value in Sitka City and Borough, Alaska?
The median home value in Sitka City and Borough, Alaska is $442,100, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Alaska?
Property taxes in Alaska are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area(AK)

Rate0.47%
Median Tax$1,043

Hoonah-Angoon Census Area(AK)

Rate0.42%
Median Tax$1,159

Skagway Municipality(AK)

Rate0.34%
Median Tax$1,472

Wrangell City and Borough(AK)

Rate0.62%
Median Tax$1,795
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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